Instituto Brasileiro de Oftalmologia (IBOL)

4.6 stars ·

The Instituto Brasileiro de Oftalmologia (IBOL) in Rio de Janeiro is a specialized eye institute offering advanced diagnostics and surgery, including cataract, refractive, corneal, and retinal procedures. It attracts patients from other countries in South America and beyond seeking high-quality eye surgery at competitive prices. The institute is recognized for its experienced surgeons and modern equipment.

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1960
Established

Certifications & Accreditations

CAP Accreditation (College of American Pathologists)
CAP (College of American Pathologists) (College of American Pathologists)

Our Treatments

Eye & Vision

$80 - $250

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

95.0% success

LASIK

$900 - $2,500

Laser vision correction surgery

96.0% success
1-3 days
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-3 days
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Cataract Surgery

$1,200 - $3,500

Removal of clouded eye lenses

97.0% success
1-2 weeks
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Retinal Surgery

$2,000 - $6,000

Surgical treatment of retinal conditions

92.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Lens Replacement

$1,800 - $4,500

Intraocular lens replacement surgery

96.0% success
1-2 weeks
20-40 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 20-40 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Customer Reviews

4.6

Based on 5 reviews

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"Atendimento de excelência, desde a entrada na recepção até o final com o Médico! No térreo tem uma cantina muito boa! Banheiro nos andares e bebedouros. Com relação ao meu atendimento, fui fazer um exame complexo nos olhos, os equipamentos são sensacionais, eles estão em outro nível nesse quesito. Outra DICA TOP! Para quem vai de metrô o melhor é a estação Flamengo, pegar a saída B sentido Botafogo, daí dobra primeira esquerda, depois direita e direita novamente, total 7 minutos andando!!!"

Allan Henrique F C
· July 9, 2026

"Show"

RUBENS ALVARES DE PINHO
· July 9, 2026

"Regular"

Danielle
· July 9, 2026

"Doctors Maria Victoria and Oswaldo Filho are outstanding physicians. Christy and Anialle(?) in surgery are wonderful nurses and attendants. I can not commend these folks enough. Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!!"

Jim Williams
· July 9, 2026

"I had a cyst on my eye. They weren’t able to help with what I needed for a few days. But they really tried. I don’t speak portuguese. So they worked with me which I really appreciate. It was pretty quick of a wait. I really appreciate all the help and how much they cared even though they weren’t able to accommodate me the day when in."

Kayla Lecreux
· July 9, 2026

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Why Choose Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?

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Cosmetic surgery capital. Beach recovery.

70

Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
5
JCI Accredited
#28
global rank
100,000+
patients/year
72
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
72
Cost & Value
65
Travel & Getting There
70
Internet Speed
87
Climate
78
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good
Hospitals 50+
JCI Accredited 5 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Private hospitals widely accept international insurance; many have English-speaking staff for medical tourists

Travel & Getting There

Airport Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Distance to City 20 km (~30 min)
English Level Low
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and 99 widely available; taxis abundant in tourist areas

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $80
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Brazilian Real (BRL)
Tipping Tipping 10% in restaurants common; optional for taxis and hotels
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 23.6°C · Tropical

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to March
Air Quality (AQI) 29
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#28 global rank 100,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryDentalOrthopedicsFertilityBariatric Surgery
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Beach excursions
Historical tours
Shopping districts
Christ the Redeemer visits
Carnival events

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Portuguese
English
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
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